Mechanical Engineering University of Nicosia

Overview

The  Mechanical Engineering programme from University of Nicosia  aims to develop the students’ analytical and synthetic skills, as well as their ethos/professional culture so that they can cope successfully in the professional arena after their graduation.

Objectives

• Equip students with fundamental knowledge, analytical skills, engineering tools, and laboratory experience to cope successfully in the technologically challenging field of mechanical engineering;

• Facilitate learning and training in mechanical engineering, which are directly linked to industry and current state-of-the-art technology;

• Provide analytical and computational skills necessary for the solution of theoretical and practical problems related to mechanical engineering;

• Provide a practical and experimental hands-on experience that allows students to link directly to fundamental knowledge and theory;

• Prepare students to work alone or in groups to provide engineering solutions;

• Prepare students to design/implement systems and processes towards the solution of problems in mechanical engineering;

• Develop communications skills, including the ability to write technical reports and present their work το audience;

• Provide students with the opportunity to develop specialized knowledge and technical competence in their field of expertise to become successful professional engineers;

• Prepare students for post-graduate studies and research in the field of mechanical engineering.

Career Prospects

Potential employment opportunities include occupation in:

• Automotive, Aerospace and Maritime Industries: Designing, manufacturing, and testing of land, sea, air, space vehicles, and offshore platforms.

• Manufacturing Industry: for components and machinery systems; nanotechnology; conventional and composite materials; robotic systems.

• Energy Industry: Renewable energy technologies, Power generation systems and plants.

• Construction Industry: Designing HVAC systems, piping, plumbing, and other mechanical systems for buildings.

• Oil and Gas Industry: for machinery systems and transportation.

• Biomedical Industry: for medical devices and prosthetics.

• Consulting Firms: for the provision of consulting services.

• Research and Development: in academic and research institutions, and corporate R&D departments.

• Defense Industry: for military applications.

• Education and Training.